I've gotten off point, I'm sorry. Anyway, they all start yelling at Guylan and cheering on Sophia for her mystery curse and Guylan looks upset. This makes me sad for him-her. Then someone who is not pictured calls him-her "Gaylan." And now I smile and feel much better.

Having just lost a comfy bed, Randi is very upset and suddenly homesick. She is telling Taylor how much she misses her family and her animals and might go home. Taylor is border-line tears, but it's hard to tell if she's sad about losing her friend or one of her obedient disciples. See what you've done Taylor, I constantly question your motives, and the sincerity of your tears.

Randi continues to cry as Zach mocks her outside, and says that all the girls on yellow are constantly crying, and it's ridiculous. Know what else is ridiculous Zach?

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This face

Greg just so happens to be walking by and notices that Randi is upset, so he decides to be a nice guy and goes to comfort her. Yeah, I don't buy it. Greg's got a thing with helping the younger girls. It's really weird. When Leila was sad he went and laid down with her, and now he's off to Randi's rescue? Something's fishy.

When Greg gets to Randi he gives her a little speech about how everything is going to be ok. When he talks to her, he puts his hands on either side of her head and talks real close to her face, and tells her how proud her parents will be of her, and that she won't have this chance again.

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Look at me Randi. I'm here to make out with you, I mean, help you

Before I continue with where this goes, I will tell you that Randi is 12 years old. Greg just turned 15. Everybody caught up? Okay.

Greg finishes his face holding speech, and hugs Randi, who I guess feels better, and then he picks her up into is arms like a three year old who just got stung by a bee, and Greg carries her to bed. That's not the worst part. Wanna know the worst part?

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He didn't even call me the next day

Listen, I really go to great lengths to avoid sexual references with this show, seeing as they're kids and all, but I'm sorry, this was just too weird. A fifteen year old picking up a 12 year old in his arms with her legs wrapped around him and carrying her to bed. Not innocent. Something has to be said.

CBS tries to help by having Greg tell us confessional style that whenever he was upset his parents would always carry him to bed, and it made him feel better. Very true. For example, just the other day when I was upset, a guy three years older than me came and puts his hands on my face and then picked me up and carried me to bed with my legs around him, and I felt much better after that too.

The next morning is the day of the town meeting. Blaine announces that the changes were good because they made things more even and fair. Greg's mad at Anjay still for letting Blaine get away, and tells Anjay that Mallory is more of a man than Anjay is. Why drag poor Mallory into this. What did Mallory ever do, besides blow oddly on her teddy bears face this episode? (what was that?)

Taking his cue from Anjay's defeated, someone just killed my puppy look, Jonathan asks if anyone would like to go home. Randi raises her hand and gives another speech about missing her parents and her animals. I sure as hell hope she's talking about something with a pulse here. I'd hate to think she's blowing a once in a lifetime opportunity on some stuffed teddy bear in a yellow raincoat named Max. Max being the bear, not the raincoat. Just making sure we're all on the same page here.

Taylor starts crying, and I actually do feel bad for her for a minute. Fine thirty seconds. The rest of the Pioneers kick in with the tears, and all at once Randi is gone. Three minutes later Dex calls me to let me know that due to Randi's departure, his list has been changed to the Top NINE hottest asses in Bonanza City.

But enough about Dex and his sick and twisted lists gasmii, it's Gold Star time. This week's nominees are Blaine and Hunter. Blaine really pulled a lot of weight for yellow, and Hunter has worked hard for a while now and also doubles as the Bonanza City pastor. Let's see. They've showed Blaine about fifty times this episode and Hunter about three. Who ever will it be?

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Comments (21)

featherhead:

Great recap, had me giggling a few times there!! I just had to say that you missed a couple of apologies there (I've never seen so many kids apologizing for things that they do). Sophia did apologize to Guyland for whatever it was that she had said and Mike apologized to Nathan for the way he treated him when he came over to the red team. Mike actually used the words "in hindsight", what kid talks that way? I was glad that Blaine is finally out of Greg's shadow. I never had even heard him speak or get credit for anything when he was with Greg. Oh, and I hope that Michael takes over Laurel's spot on the council. I was surprised when they asked if the council was doing a great job and a few of them called out that Laurel was selfish because she didn't break up her district. Jared and Nathan are getting more coo-coo as time goes on. They are both strange kids at times.

Merick:

The way that Michael speaks aggravates me greatly.

Shelley:

Wow, what a fabulous recap!! And i was totally right there with you...I was like...isn't she 12? But maybe Greg has little sister's or something?

I thought it was very unfair of Laurel to not trade and the Manipulation Handbook should have said it was a requirement. That was very selfish and very un-Laurel of her. I was shocked. I think Michael deserves some time in the spotlight...I think the whole council is about to get thrown over!

God I love this show...I started thinking, omg only 12 days left...its over soon....and my next thought was...hope they have a reunion show..real world style...

Shelley:

Wow, what a fabulous recap!! And i was totally right there with you...I was like...isn't she 12? But maybe Greg has little sister's or something?

I thought it was very unfair of Laurel to not trade and the Manipulation Handbook should have said it was a requirement. That was very selfish and very un-Laurel of her. I was shocked. I think Michael deserves some time in the spotlight...I think the whole council is about to get thrown over!

God I love this show...I started thinking, omg only 12 days left...its over soon....and my next thought was...hope they have a reunion show..real world style...

KikiC:

Yippee! Dr. McSteeny, that recap was truly one of your finest! I just about choked on your comments regarding Dexter and his list. So funny!

When Greg did that whole carry Randi (tee-hee, Randi!) to bed thingy...legs wrapped around him, I was creeped out. I turned to my kids (ages 12 and 14) and said "Ew! That is weird!!!" Something about him is very strange...and yes, I too, giggled at Greg not wanting to lose his Blainey-Bear.

So many pricless moments...Jared IS getting stranger and stranger....the dildo comment was hilarious.

Please, please, please, when this show is over, find another show I watch to recap!! You are too good to not read weekly!

warof7:

i think the new council will be as follows laurel,greg blaine and dk also i have to agree it is a little weird with greg and randi

warof7:

i think the new council will be as follows laurel,greg blaine and dk also i have to agree it is a little weird with greg and randi

LonnaSaur:

And I hope you like wearing "I went to Bonanza City and all I got was this fucking gay boyfriend" t-shits too.

Best. Typo. Ever.

I want one of those t-shits, for sure!

Dr. McSteeny, I love your recaps!

splotchie:

OMG, that was a great recap! completely irreverent and I love it.

It was a bit strange for Greg to put Randi to bed, but I don't think he meant anything sexual in it.

Your friend Dex is a total perv! LOL.

My absolute favorite part of the show last night was Greg dragging his sleeping bag into the yellow bunkhouse. Whatever will he do 12 days from now when he has to go home?

saabotage:

Of course Greg doesn't have a thing for Randi. He was just being a big brother type. Anyway, he's only got eyes for Blaine.

sweetblondie:

I kind of relate to Greg in a way.

I loved picking on and beating up my younger brother but Lord help anyone else that tried!!
So yes, anger issues, but I believe his heart is in the right place...just lacks some discipline.

And I didn't pick up any sexual vibes at all with the Randi-Carry.

Does Sophia remind anyone else of a young Christy McNicol (think Little Darlings). I've started to refer to her as "Angel. Don't let the name fool you." (oh man, I'm gonna feel old if nobody knows what I'm talking about).

jozeyg:

I thought it was funny that Nathan was cleaning the jars in the Saloon and I forgot who it was, but they said 'didn't you clean those jars already?' I don't know what Nathan said. But I thought it was funny. And I was thinking....he really does have OCD, doesn't he?

Does anyone remember what Nathan said? Maybe I'll have to watch it again online.

fire@will:

We have another winner (recap)!

I was expecting a full pick new teams thing. Not just a single trade.

Thought the cup 'n carry was inappropriate, but don't assume Greg meant it that way.

I have been chided as a sexist for saying I would never let any teenage boy babysit my kids, but I stand by it. That does not mean I think every boy would do something wrong.

Dex sounds - wrong. Please don't let him babysit (or walk your dog).

Maybe Michael wants Laurel off the council so she can get a gold star?

Sweetblondie - I agree saw that too, but didn't realize I saw it until I read what you wrote.

redhaiku:

I love how every single person running for town council already has a gold star...

Laurel should get her ass demoted so she could win one!

Heh heh heh... t-shit.

Farrell100:

Best Recap Eva!

I have to say, I read recaps for several programs on TVGasm. When I play catch up like I did tonight, and consecutively read several recaps written by several authors, it becomes even more apparent...Dr. McSteeny, YOU RULE. Hands down, the premier wit and a cut above the rest.

Sweetblondie....I can see where you are making the Kristy MacNichol comparison (and thus join you in potentially be labeled OLD). But Kristy gave off the gay vibe from a very early age, even when acting in a decidedly "straight" role, like in "Little Darlings". I don't get a gay vibe from Sophia. Maybe that's why I see less of a resemblence between them.

I sincerely hope they do a Reunion/Meet the Parents show. I am DYING TO SEE who beget the demon spawn know as Taylor!

ThisShowRocks!:

For the first time this season, Laurel really got on my nerves...and that evil glare she sent Michael's way when he said he wanted to run against her? AWESOME! I can't wait until next week!

Here's hoping for a complete turnover on the council!

ReeseWitherspoon:

Laurel WAS being really selfish and it surprised me. I have to say this, though. Even though most of the green team has won gold stars, didn't they just win upper class an episode ago. They SUCKED at challenges. Those first-graders over on the yellow team did better.

I wish people would get off of Anjay's back. The poor kid is really trying. I feel bad for the little poppet. And Olivia needs to quit. I remember when people were talking about how religious both Olivia and Mallory were. Olivia does not act very "Jesus" like. She needs to check her p*ssy and not be so mean. Either that or don't talk about what a good Christian you are. Can't have you cake and eat it, too, crotch.

cattyfan:

Sophia is WAY more Tatum O'Neal than Kristi McNichol.

Google the images from Little Darlings for proof.

McSteeny:

Hi All-

Thanks so much for the positive feedback. I highly enjoyed this episode, glad you all did too.

Farrell100 a special thanks to you for your exceptionally kind words. While I find myself undeserving, I can assure you I will take them!

T-shits typo: Didn't even didn't notice it until LonnaSaur pointed it out. :) Hysterical!

As always, so grateful to my readers...

-McSteeny

PS- Although odd, I don't really think Greg meant anything bad by the Randi carry, but there was no way I couldn't take that and run with it!

Happy Hippie:

Great job, again, McSteeny!!! I love to read your updates, they make me laugh my a$$ off!
How can it be that you've failed to mention poor Emilie's dreadlocks? I thought it was weirder when Greg laid on top of Sophia than when he carried Randi to bed, but that was still weird, too. They must have started giving the kids Abreva a couple weeks ago, cuz they all seem herpe-free these days. Looking forward to your next update!

steez:

McSteeny is da shiet! Definitely the best recapper here!! Ok, now several points to make:

Greg-Randi thing definitely weird. Not so much the carrying her as the 1 cm away from the face thing. I think he likes the idea of being the older, supposed heart throb of Bonanza City (although me thinks his braceface is detestable) and wants the younguns to swoon.

Greg-Blaine gay duo = hilarity that lasts a lifetime! I definitely think Greg has attachment issues.. he totally only ran for council once he saw Blaine was. He will make any attempt to get in close contact since Anjay cast his love away from his bedside.

And for my last comment on Greg, since I loathe him so much yet can't stop commenting b/c he brings drama to Bonanza city, is to get over the Asshole/Apologize syndrome. Be an asshole, apologize, be an asshole, apologize. My bf and I have come to the conclusion that he gets this from his daddy: beat wife, apologize, drunken stupor, apologize. Too harsh? ok I'll stop.

p.s. laurel is making her way to the dark side..

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